13 Mukhi Rudraksha Size: 28.91 mm - Spirituality

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Authentic 13 Mukhi Rudraksha, Nepal Sourced (4.174 Gms)

Among the fourteen classical mukhis, the thirteen-faced Rudraksha stands out for its association with Kamadeva, the deity of desire, in the Shiva Purana's own account of the Rudraksha varieties. This is a natural, uncut 13 Mukhi Rudraksha bead sourced from Nepal, weighing 4.174 grams, tested under X-ray and magnification, with the lab identification report supplied along with the bead.

What the Shiva Purana and the Skanda Purana Say

The Shiva Purana, describing each of the fourteen mukhis in turn, gives the thirteen-faced bead this identity:

त्रयोदशवक्त्रः कामदेवस्वरूपः, तद्धारणात्सर्वकामनापूर्तिः

This passage names Kamadeva as the presiding deity of the thirteen-faced Rudraksha and states that wearing it fulfils desires of every kind, without restricting this to any one area of life.

The Skanda Purana's own account of the same bead reads somewhat differently:

त्रयोदशमुखः कामः सर्वकामफलप्रदः

Here the thirteen-faced bead is described as leading the wearer to resemble Vishvadeva, and its wearing is said to bring good fortune and auspiciousness alongside the fulfilment of desire. Both texts agree that this bead is fundamentally about fulfilment and favourable outcomes, though the Shiva Purana frames it through Kamadeva specifically, while the Skanda Purana frames it through Vishvadeva.

Traditionally Believed Benefits

- Named for Kamadeva in the Shiva Purana, and traditionally associated with the fulfilment of personal desires and wishes.

- Associated in the Skanda Purana with resembling Vishvadeva, good fortune, and auspicious outcomes.

- Traditionally regarded as supportive of harmony and fulfilment in personal relationships and undertakings.

- Considered a bead of blessing rather than one tied to atonement for a specific past wrongdoing.

Deity Association

The Shiva Purana names Kamadeva as the presiding deity of this mukhi, while the Skanda Purana identifies it with Vishvadeva. Both readings are genuinely part of classical Rudraksha literature and are presented here as they appear in their respective sources, rather than merged into a single claim.

Wearing and Usage Guidance

The 13 Mukhi Rudraksha is typically worn around the neck or on the arm, strung on a red thread or set in silver or panchdhatu, according to personal or family tradition. As with any Rudraksha, keep the bead away from soaps, perfumes, and harsh chemicals, and if you would like a formal energising ritual before wearing it for the first time, consult a priest or follow your family's tradition.

Certificate Details

- Issuing Laboratory: IGL, New Delhi

- Report No.: 153925RD

- Particulars: One loose bead

- Color: Brown

- Weight: 04.174 Gms

- Dimensions: 28.91 x 22.70 x 17.33 mm

- Shape / Type: Irregular oval / Bead

- Natural Faces: Thirteen

- Artificial Faces: None

- Test Carried Out: X-Rays, Magnification

- X-Ray Result: X-ray shows 13 natural compartments

- Conclusion: Results confirm natural origin

- Genus / Type: Elaeocarpus / E. Ganitrus

- Origin: Nepal

This 13 Mukhi Rudraksha is supplied with its original identification report shown above, so you can independently verify the bead's natural origin and thirteen-face count.

Disclaimer: The spiritual, devotional, and astrological information above is based on traditional beliefs and scriptural references, not on scientific or medical claims. Results and experiences may vary from person to person. This bead is sold as a natural Rudraksha seed, and no medical benefit or guaranteed outcome is claimed or implied.